I met with my doc and had the info session last week. We scheduled my appointment with the surgeon for Feb 4th. I will finish my required 3 month diet and behavior modification program the end of January. After the appointment on the 4th they willsubmit for insurance and I hope to be under the knife on Feb. 20th. Can't wait

I'm sure it's gonna get me judged, but I start my 2 week liquid diet on Monday, so I've been eating like an a-hole all weekend. It's shameful.

shhh, don't tell our secrets but many, MANY of us did the exact same thing

I haven't gotten a surgery date yet but I'm enjoying all of the stuff I won't be able to have afterwards. I told my boyfriend tonight that I want subway one more time. He asked why bc all I get is a cold cut combo with tons and tons and tons of veggies.. He said well you can just get a salad after surgery and still have what you get now. That's NOT the point! Lol it's fast food. Period. Soda, I stopped a week ago.

I'm a little concerned about what will or won't agree with my stomach after surgery.

I'm having last supper syndrome in a bad way. Reality is going to be harsh Monday morning.

I'm having last supper syndrome in a bad way. Reality is going to be harsh Monday morning.

just be prepared, those first 3-4 days are harsh....

just be prepared, those first 3-4 days are harsh....

No doubt.

Tea so sorry to hear about your tough times. Big hug! Stay strong!

I too start my shakes tomorrow Erin and this weekend has been a bit of a free for all ! Might as well enjoy the last bit of deliciousness before our " fresh start" ! My date is feb 10th and I'm on liquids as of tomorrow for the next 3 weeks !

I am crossing my fingers that I will get a date within the next couple of weeks. My journey probably started a couple of years ago when two of my good friends had weight loss surgery. Also, two of my daughter's bridesmaids have been successful with their surgeries. One did the lap band. She lost her weight slowly but looks fantastic and has kept it off for more than 4 years now. The other one had the gastric bypass, lost a great deal of weight, got pregnant, and has kept most of her weight off since. Her son is two. A very good friend had the lap band surgery but had some complications and had to have it removed. However, she still looks fantastic and doesn't seem to be having any trouble staying fit now. I do have one friend who did the bypass who lost over 100 lbs but has put more than half back on. She has been very encouraging though because she states that she did not follow the rules and tells me that if I do what I am supposed to do, I should be successful. She did not exercise at all and has not kept up with her Vitamins and supplements.

I took a long time deciding to do this but since then it seems like it has gone by really fast. I have one more workshop to attend, an appointment next week with my husband and the surgical nurse and my final appt with the surgeon both set for Feb 5th. I am confident that I will be able to lose the weight. My doubts are centered around handling my stress and problems in a new way. I made a major life decision in December which has greatly reduced the stress in my life but I already feel like I am coming down from that success as I get used to my new surroundings and circumstances. My family is supportive but doesn't always really understand what it is I really need. They are also not used to having to put aside their own needs and wants for mine. I have kind of drawn a line in the sand with them, allowing myself to take care of me, even though my feelings of being selfish and self centered are never too far below the surface.

I keep waffling back and forth between trying to watch what I eat with the maddening urge to eat all those things I won't be able to have after surgery. It's intimidating to think of all the things I cant have anymore but then I remember that losing this weight will allow me to do so many things I haven't done in year or ever. Please, any comments about how you all have handled any of this stuff would be very welcome at this point. Thanks.

Meems...that was beautiful post! I share an issue with having always put others needs before mine...and now having a bit of guilt about putting mine on the forefront. But I keep reminding myself...this IS for them too! Life with us will be better! We will be examples of portion control and healthy choices and what taking care of ourselves looks like!! Best wishes

I too start my shakes tomorrow Erin and this weekend has been a bit of a free for all ! Might as well enjoy the last bit of deliciousness before our " fresh start" ! My date is feb 10th and I'm on liquids as of tomorrow for the next 3 weeks !

Tomorrow is go time for me. I'm excited.

Meems- good story. Keep us posted

Edited January 20, 201412 yr by alex76

Alex did you have your endo!?

Alex did you have your endo!?

I had it this morning- wasn't so terrible after all

I had it this morning- wasn't so terrible after all

Yeah, they aren't so bad. I think the anesthesia is lighter. I'm glad you're ok!

I'm protein drinking. Yum yum!